View Full Version : Longest thru, ever? it just started...
humunuku
03-10-2008, 13:12
From Blue Ridge outdoors Magazine:
Earth Expedition Starts in Georgia On Saturday Daren Wendell stepped away from North Georgia College and University in Dahlonega with everything he owns on his back. His plan—don’t stop walking for seven years. Wendell embarked of what he’s calling the Earth Expedition, a journey around the world on foot with the purpose of raising awareness for the global water crisis. He plans to cover over 18,000 miles through 14 countries all on foot except for one flight from Canada to Portugal. The first part of the journey will be a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.
Track Wendell’s progress or support the journey at
www.theearthexpedition.com
dessertrat
03-10-2008, 14:43
He will quit, I bet.
Yeah, probably get only 6.5 years and 17,000 miles into it and wimp out. :D
If he had real determination he wouldn't be skyblazing it from Canada to Portugal either.
See, it can be done:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBQLq2VmZcA
whitefoot_hp
03-10-2008, 15:49
Hopefully he won't complain about a lodging experience and get a bunch of cyber-losers on his back.
max patch
03-10-2008, 15:57
He will quit, I bet.
You're probably right. He's on a 7 year journey and has the funds for 7 months. Unless this catches the eye of some deep pocketed sponsors, the lack of money will terminate his trip.
Lion King
03-10-2008, 16:11
Well, Im at almost 9 months with at least 5 months left, maybe I can outdo him if he quits.
Oh, and if any of his 'deep pocket' sponsers read this, call me first.
Please.:D
Lion King
03-10-2008, 16:14
HAHA!
Although I love it that I can update my journals and take breaks in City to City on this trip, the following is why I hate SOME libraries..lol.
I click on the link provided to read about it and this is what comes up...
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The destination IP 69.16.236.156 you tried to access does not match the site http://www.theearthexpedition.com/, but matches the site http://gaypatras.gr/ (which is rated pornography,nudity) .
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How the hell does that match?>??>?
warraghiyagey
03-10-2008, 16:24
I've heard a lot of suspect stuff along the way from some suspect (sounding) folk.
Darren Wendell does not seem one of those types. You should check out his FaceBook page if you're interested. I've messaged back and forth with him a few times and there's nothing there to even raise an eyebrow at. That's what he's about and he's been planning it (and about it) for a long time.
No doubt he is one solid human being.
If you read up on him you'll see.:sun
whitefoot_hp
03-10-2008, 16:36
he sure is taking a lot of stuff to be out promoting low impact.
I don't doubt his good intentions, I'm just not interested in financing someone else's adventure. Besides, I don't know how much his cause will be helped.
wilconow
03-10-2008, 17:06
His website design can use some improvement. If he wants sponsors, that should be a high priority
His website design can use some improvement.
My thoughts exactly. Too much crap going on for my tastes.
cannonball
03-10-2008, 20:47
I always find myself a bit suspicious when some one states they are doing something for a cause. Generally there is an underlying self serving motive. I think there is much that can be done right in our own communities to help fellow bretheren with out "hiking for a cause"
Come to think of it, I think I'll start a hike to raise awareness of middle aged fat men. Mybe I'll call it the but crack tour. Yeah, thats the ticket.
Skidsteer
03-10-2008, 20:59
Wendell embarked of what he’s calling the Earth Expedition, a journey around the world on foot with the purpose of raising awareness for the global water crisis. He plans to cover over 18,000 miles through 14 countries all on foot except for one flight from Canada to Portugal. The first part of the journey will be a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.
Gosh I hope he doesn't drown.
Mr. Parkay
03-10-2008, 21:08
I spotted him up on Springer yesterday (March 9th), so I guess he's on his way. I didn't talk to him though... so I didn't even realize he was starting this huge adventure until reading this thread today.. oh well.
fiddlehead
03-10-2008, 21:27
A lot of negativity for someone that is setting out on a journey that sounds pretty tough.
Good Luck Daren, Drop me a line if and when you make it to Thailand.
Yeah, seriously, have a great adventure. Looking forward to seeing you in New Brunswick.
Drop me a line if you need someone to slackpack you on your flight across the Atlantic. :D
buff_jeff
03-10-2008, 21:43
I'm one of that dudes "friends" on facebook. He seems like a good guy. I dont know if ANYBODY can do 7 years of walking, though...
fiddlehead
03-10-2008, 21:44
Just checked out his itinterary, i guess he won't be coming down here to tropical Thailand. probably a good idea. too hot.
Siberia should be exciting.
I have been playing music here for a lot of Russians in the 5 star resorts as their ruble is so strong now they flock here in droves.
He's going to need a big pile of dollars to get through THAT country!
(Would've liked to see him go through the Pyrenees rather than walking the coast of Spain.) The HRP is an incredible trail!
I'm one of that dudes "friends" on facebook. He seems like a good guy. I dont know if ANYBODY can do 7 years of walking, though...Anybody can do 7 years of walking.
You just gotta take you time man. ;)
buff_jeff
03-10-2008, 22:20
Anybody can do 7 years of walking.
You just gotta take you time man. ;)
He seems to have a pretty ambitious route though. I mean, he is walking around the world. Either way, good for him, lets hope he makes it.
Best of luck to him and I hope it all works out. You all that say it can't be done need to go get a copy of the most excellent book "worldwalker" by Steven Newman- we think hiking the A.T. is something big you need to read that guy's story- AMAZING!
www.theworldwalker.com
great story and won't be able to put it down til the end.
fiddlehead
03-11-2008, 05:02
Best of luck to him and I hope it all works out. You all that say it can't be done need to go get a copy of the most excellent book "worldwalker" by Steven Newman- we think hiking the A.T. is something big you need to read that guy's story- AMAZING!
www.theworldwalker.com (http://www.theworldwalker.com)
great story and won't be able to put it down til the end.
I'm pretty sure he's the guy who came to the gathering a few years back and talked about his walk. Pretty impressive although when his stories of trail magic and hardship came up, I think he had told them so many times that the usual spots where he was expecting oohs and ahhs from the crowd were met with nodding heads in agreement along with silence.
I like reading about anyone that attempts these kind of adventures. Whether it by land, sea, or balloons attached to a lawn chair, it takes a special person to attempt it. (and some money of course)
I'm sure Russia will be interesting. The rest will be a struggle to find trails vs roadwalking which may get awful boring after the thrill of the trail on the AT.
From Blue Ridge outdoors Magazine:
Earth Expedition Starts in Georgia On Saturday Daren Wendell stepped away from North Georgia College and University in Dahlonega with everything he owns on his back. His plan—don’t stop walking for seven years................................ETCETCETC.... .............................................
www.theearthexpedition.com
WOW!
now THATS a hike!:D
Jim Adams
03-11-2008, 06:06
If he had real determination he wouldn't be skyblazing it from Canada to Portugal either.
See, it can be done:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBQLq2VmZcA
Come on! Give the guy a break...there are a few here on WB that can't walk on water!:D
geek
Jim Adams
03-11-2008, 06:15
I spotted him up on Springer yesterday (March 9th), so I guess he's on his way. I didn't talk to him though... so I didn't even realize he was starting this huge adventure until reading this thread today.. oh well.
Met Parkay on Springer in March of '06 and he hasn't stopped walk'in yet!:cool:
Alot of negative feedback here! I've completed alot of things that people said I couldn't...I wish him all the luck in the world!:sun
geek
The Solemates
03-11-2008, 09:54
there have been plenty of others to walk further and longer than 7 years. two come to mind:
http://www.blessitt.com/
http://goliath.mail2web.com/
Darwin again
03-11-2008, 23:15
HAHA!
Although I love it that I can update my journals and take breaks in City to City on this trip, the following is why I hate SOME libraries..lol.
I click on the link provided to read about it and this is what comes up...
=========================================
The destination IP 69.16.236.156 you tried to access does not match the site http://www.theearthexpedition.com/, but matches the site http://gaypatras.gr/ (which is rated pornography,nudity) .
================
How the hell does that match?>??>?
Just tried the link. The site gave me whiplash.
Just tried the link. The site gave me whiplash.It's a cool site for sure, and if he built it himself he be definitely needing a 7 year hike now. :)